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Iran Admits to Arming Palestinian Groups, Denies Direct Involvement in Attacks

Iran's UN envoy emphasizes support for 'resistance' in the Middle East, while denying specific allegations of orchestrating attacks.

  • Iran's ambassador to the UN, Amir Saeid Iravani, acknowledges Iran's role in arming and training Palestinian groups but denies involvement in specific attacks.
  • Iran claims it does not arm Houthi rebels in Yemen and has no control over their actions, despite accusations from the US.
  • Iravani emphasizes Iran's support for 'resistance' groups in the Middle East, likening their relationship to a defense pact similar to NATO.
  • The US and coalition forces have conducted strikes on Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen to disrupt their capabilities, following attacks on commercial shipping.
  • Iran seeks to 'calm the situation' in the Middle East, advocating for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas and rejecting threats from the US.
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